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as in chooses
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
set a date for the wedding
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as in values
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
fire losses were set at a million dollars
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as in aims
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
determined to see the West, she set her car towards the sun and drove off
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as in decides
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
finally set some plans for the luncheon
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as in secures
to put securely in place or in a desired position
had the jeweler set the diamond again
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as in gels
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
the gelatin is just starting to set now
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as in puts
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set a book on the table
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as in freezes
to become physically firm or solid
the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it
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as in factions
a group of people acting together within a larger group
the younger set is less likely to volunteer for the church's annual rummage sale
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as in packs
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
they rarely associate with anyone outside their social set
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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
a set of tools
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as in types
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the next set of job applicants had far more education and practical experience
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as in decors
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production
built sets for the play
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Recent Examples of sets
Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Everyday Flex Medium Testers raved that this lightweight hairspray sets styles in place but isn’t crunchy to the touch.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
For Jamaica, how and where field event athletes can be better supported, and, for governing bodies, whether multiple medallists moving from one country to another at once sets another bad precedent.
—Liam Tharme, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
And with a unique twist that sets them above the competition.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
Our work not only shapes their future but also sets precedents that move the industry forward.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
For now, the case sets a benchmark other AI giants may need to meet.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
What sets these teams apart isn’t a secret strategy.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Currently consisting of 23 member states, ESA has a special status that sets it apart from other major space agencies, including NASA.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Try these exercises and gradually progress them by adding more resistance, sets, and repetitions over time.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 8 Sep. 2025
Sinner subdued an out- of-sorts Spaniard at Wimbledon in four sets, and Alcaraz returned the favor here.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Fall is officially knocking at our doors, which means last month’s linen sets and sandals just won’t cut it.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Attorneys will question three sets of 60 people to settle on twelve jurors and four alternates.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2025
Keep scrolling to shop for more new Lego sets at Target below.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
The Belarusian player defeated Amanda Anisimova in straight sets earlier today.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Sep. 2025
Each game runs at two sets of graphics settings per resolution for up to four runs total on each game.
—Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
One of the most remote parts of the world where the sun never sets can now be experienced in luxury.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Everyday Flex Medium Testers raved that this lightweight hairspray sets styles in place but isn’t crunchy to the touch.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
For Jamaica, how and where field event athletes can be better supported, and, for governing bodies, whether multiple medallists moving from one country to another at once sets another bad precedent.
—Liam Tharme, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
And with a unique twist that sets them above the competition.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
Our work not only shapes their future but also sets precedents that move the industry forward.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
For now, the case sets a benchmark other AI giants may need to meet.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
What sets these teams apart isn’t a secret strategy.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Currently consisting of 23 member states, ESA has a special status that sets it apart from other major space agencies, including NASA.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Noun
Sinner and Alcaraz lost two sets between them in the buildup to the final, and dropped their serve six times combined.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Try these exercises and gradually progress them by adding more resistance, sets, and repetitions over time.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 8 Sep. 2025
Sinner subdued an out- of-sorts Spaniard at Wimbledon in four sets, and Alcaraz returned the favor here.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Fall is officially knocking at our doors, which means last month’s linen sets and sandals just won’t cut it.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Attorneys will question three sets of 60 people to settle on twelve jurors and four alternates.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2025
Keep scrolling to shop for more new Lego sets at Target below.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
The Belarusian player defeated Amanda Anisimova in straight sets earlier today.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Sep. 2025
Each game runs at two sets of graphics settings per resolution for up to four runs total on each game.
—Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sets
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Army recruitment crisis spawns 'future soldier' course In 2022, as years of shortfall in recruiting numbers compounded into a crisis, the Army test-launched the Future Soldier prep course, a boot camp-style program to quickly pull up recruits who don't meet academic or physical standards.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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Another factor to keep in mind is whether a conversation is lengthy within itself, versus a conversation that spawns multiple disparate chats.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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This guides both the fashion influences the company chooses to follow, as well as the creation of functional, emotionally durable garments.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Paper’s connection to The Office comes first from behind the cameras, as the documentary crew that chronicled Michael Scott, Pam Beesly et al chooses the Truth-Teller as its next subject.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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While the average person values their digital assets at nearly $200,000 according to our Bryn Mawr Trust 2024 Digital Assets Survey, fewer than 15% have an estate plan that covers them.—
Jamie Hopkins,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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But Lee also clearly values meeting collectors face-to-face.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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This upholstered bed sits close to the ground, delivering a modern look and a more spacious feel to your bedroom.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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The increase lifted his total fortune to $393 billion, ahead of Musk who sits at $385 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
10 Sep. 2025
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According to a five-pillar plan shared with CNBC, Cruz also aims to create federal standards for AI, prevent AI from being used in harmful ways such as scams, allow free speech and address ethical concerns.—
Emily Wilkins,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Slate Auto, which is also funded by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and General Catalyst, aims to bring modular, fully customizable electric trucks to market.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
10 Sep. 2025
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The cat decides its favorite spot to sleep is also a great place to stretch and scratch.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps America won’t be healthy again until Kennedy simply decides to declare victory, regardless of what the next three years bring.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
11 Sep. 2025
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More crucially, EchoStar secures access to Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell service, a step that could significantly boost its Boost Mobile operations and firmly connect its fortunes to one of the most transformative players in the satellite communications sector.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The play takes their boy’s name as its title — Hamnet and Hamlet being virtually synonymous — and secures Shakespeare‘s legacy.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
8 Sep. 2025
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Carlota sees Cherry hiding it, and puts it back in Laura’s room.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Legacy of frog gigging still puts food on the table.—
Jake Allen,
IndyStar,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Sets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sets. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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